The Standard Group Plc is a
multi-media organization with investments in media platforms spanning newspaper
print operations, television, radio broadcasting, digital and online services. The
Standard Group is recognized as a leading multi-media house in Kenya with a key
influence in matters of national and international interest.
A former Islamic State hostage has told how British captive John Cantlie and his now murdered American friend Jim Foley were forced to compose a song called “Welcome To Lovely Hotel Osama”.
The sick torture enforced on Mr Cantlie and Mr Foley - who was later beheaded- is just one of the appalling examples of sadism imposed on hostages by British Islamic State terrorists.
Premium Article
Get Full Access for Ksh299/Week.
Fact-first reporting that puts you at the heart of the newsroom. Subscribe for full access.
Stand With Bold Journalism.
Stand With The Standard.
Journalism can't be free because the truth demands investment.
At The Standard, we invest time, courage and skills to bring you accurate,
factual and impactful stories. Subscribe today and stand with us in the
pursuit of credible journalism.